Pruning & Planting
The latest pruning & planting news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
Pruning & Planting
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How to prune bamboo for a thriving privacy screen (with a tropical edge)Not sure how to prune bamboo? Let our gardening experts be your guide...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Companion planting ideas – 8 combinations you need to tryFewer pests and better taste? Yes, please!
By Sophie King
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5 peony pruning mistakes to avoid if you want these romantic blooms to come back year after yearDon’t risk damaging these delicate blooms for good
By Lauren Bradbury
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Planting ideas for window boxes – 10 ways to make the most of this tiny outdoor spaceFrom creating a herb garden to the best smelling blooms to plant, you'll be spoiled for choice
By Ellis Cochrane
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A planting mat is the accessory you need for mess-free, easy gardeningIt'll make all the difference
By Jullia Joson
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What to prune in April – your ultimate pruning guide to get your garden ready for springIt's time to start pruning in earnest
By Kayleigh Dray
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Alan Titchmarsh's clever trick for filling decorative planters with seasonal flowers in secondsThe presenter's stunning urns hide a crafty secret
By Amy Hunt
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Monty Don's hack for checking your soil is ready for planting in March – don't plant anything before you do thisThis is the one thing you need to do
By Sara Hesikova
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What is houseplant root pruning? How to keep your plants from outgrowing their pots and your homePlant experts explain what is houseplant root pruning and whether your plants need it asap
By Sara Hesikova
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Monty Don says the trick to a stunning garden is to prune hedges now – what you need to knowMonty explains why pruning hedges in January will make for a more vigorously growing garden come spring – and which hedge varieties are best pruned now
By Sara Hesikova
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The Scandi window box is the chic minimalist planting trend to try this winterPrepare to fall hard for the Scandi window box trend
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to plant bulbs - the proper technique for planting spring bulbs in borders and containersMake sure you're garden is bursting with colour come spring by following this step-by-step
By Jayne Dowle
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David Domoney reveals his 'lightbulb technique' for planting bulbs to ensure they will flower every timeThis clever trick will ensure they flower every time
By Jullia Joson
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Companion planting is the clever gardening hack you need to banish pestsHere's your step-by-step guide to companion planting
By Kayleigh Dray
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Garden Rescue's Lee Burkhill shares his secret planting hack for a truly modern gardenTrying to create a modern garden? Try this easy planting technique from the star of BBC One’s Garden Rescue, Lee Burkhill
By Kayleigh Dray
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Wildflower garden ideas - clever pollinator planting for every garden and balconyWelcome wildlife into your garden with these beautiful wildflower garden ideas – along with ideas for small gardens and balconies
By Holly Reaney
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16 easy climbing plant ideas to elevate your plantingTake your garden to a higher dimension by filling your walls with foliage and colour
By Tamara Kelly
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Jobs to do in the garden in September – maintenance, planting and harvestingWith autumn approaching and summer almost over, there is plenty to do in the garden to get ahead
By Tamara Kelly
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Garden expert reveals best bulbs to plant now – for colourful blooms come springMore reasons to look ahead to spring 2021
By Tamara Kelly
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Waitrose reveals sales of this autumn must-have are soaring in storesGet your garden ready to bloom this autumn
By Rebecca Knight
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James Martin’s loo roll planting hack – and more of his tips for growing fruit and vegThe chef knows the importance of good ingredients, so it's no surprise he's a pro at growing his own
By Tamara Kelly
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Head gardener's unmissable tip for bedding plants... for a picture perfect gardenThese top tips are a real game-changer for creating show-worthy flowerbeds
By Tamara Kelly
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11 garden projects to tackle this weekend – from planting to paintingIt's a great way to get fit... and there are even ways to keep the kids amused!
By Amy Cutmore
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Eight tips for window box plantingA well cared for window box can provide an impressive yield of salad leaves, herbs and even vegetables
By Tamara Kelly
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Our expert advice for container plantingContainers bursting with floral interest are a welcome addition to gardens of any size
By Tamara Kelly
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Creative planting ideas for springIngenious gardening suggestions for your green fingers
By Tamara Kelly


